Northern Cape Inferno Claims 6 SANDF Soldiers’ Lives, SA Horrified As 3 Survive With Serious Burns

• Intense wildfires in the Northern Cape have worsened and claimed lives of several South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members
• The deadly flames broke out in open areas of the Northern Cape Province and spread near SANDF property
• The SANDF has suffered casualties as the flames have spread across the Northern Cape, killing some of its members

NORTHERN CAPE- A deadly wildfire broke out at the border of a mine next to the South African Army Combat Training Centre (CTC) in the Northern Cape Province. There have been reports of injuries and even more severe consequences.

The SANDF lost its members and more due to the deadly fire. South Africans reacted to details about people who have died in the fires.

Northern Cape fires escalate

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A fire broke out in the Northern Cape Veld. According to TimesLIVE, six South African National defence officers were down due to the fire.

Three other soldiers suffered second-degree burns. The authorities will release the identities of the deceased once their relatives have been notified

What caused the Northern Cape fires?

According to eNCA, the fires caused much damage to army vehicles. Authorities are yet to determine the cause and how much damage it caused.

South Africans react to the death of SANDF members

People expressed their horror over their deaths. Netizens were reminded of other deadly fires that ravaged South Africa in 2023.

Makgale Jimmy Njabulo said:

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"Veld fires are dangerous."

Solly Kevin Gasela commented:

"Is there any peace in Africa lately? It's this tomorrow. It's that hayi fok."

Scotch Madima wrote:

"May their soul rest at ease. Soldiers don't die but regroup in heaven."

Tshepo Maretela added:

"Yesterday I saw it... Took it lightly."

Busi Marcia was upset:

"There is something wrong somewhere. This fire is all over the country."

Gatsheni Boyabenyathi wished the deceased well:

"May their souls rest in peace."

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Source: Briefly News